The King's School, Gloucester
Other independent school in Gloucester (Gloucestershire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Communicating the essence of a school is never easy and this is particularly true of King s, which has so much to offer children beginning their exciting journey in education. However, I would like to highlight just a few qualities that I think make King's truly outstanding.
As Gloucester's Cathedral School, founded in 1541 by Henry VIII, we are hugely proud of our heritage and traditions. Every day we are inspired by one of the most beautiful medieval cathedrals in England; holding our morning assemblies in the Chapter House and our services in its Nave.
Our history and surroundings are wonderful, but King's provides something even more valuable a love of learning. We do this by presenting stimulating and engaging lessons and by encouraging children to pursue their personal interests. The range of co-curricular activities we provide is astonishingly varied and genuinely enriching.
While we celebrate individual talent and excellence, pupils of all ages have a very strong sense of community and soon become supportive team members. This blend of personal achievement and team spirit is one of the defining qualities of King s.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
22 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Choir
- Creative Writing
- Cricket
- Dance
- Dodgeball
- Drama
- Football
- Hockey
- Netball
- Photography
- Rugby
- Stem
- Swimming
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Chess
and 6 more
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Eco SchoolsEnvironment
Key facts
- URN
- 115780
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Ages
- 3 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Constituency
- Gloucester
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 1930
Governing body
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